Podcast
Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Podcast
Hosted by Yvonne Brandenburg and Jordan Porter · ENGLISH
The Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Podcast is a weekly podcast hosted by veterinary technician specialists, Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS (IM-SA) and Jordan Porter, RVT, VTS (IM-SA) and is dedicated to veterinary professionals who are passionate about all things internal medicine.
We'll be discussing interesting internal medicine diseases, how to work closely with pet parents, and how to be the best tech we can be. This podcast is perfect for veterinary professionals just getting into internal medicine, studying for their boards, or for those of us that relate to #IMaNerd! Join us for a #VetTechPodcast today and get your learn on!
#VeterinaryMedicine #VeterinaryTechnician #VTSlife #IMFVTpodcast #IMaNerd
218episodes
Episodes
Newest firstAll episodes
197 Megaesophagus with Liz Hughston
Jun 18, 202401:07:22Tap to summarizeTitle of episode: 197 Megaesophagus with Liz Hughston Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk WITH: Liz Hughston MEd., RVT, CVT, LVT, LVMT, VTS (SAIM)(ECC) and we learn more about Megaesophagus in dogs! Don't forget to check out LoveHuvet.com and use our discount code IMFVT10 to receive 10% off your order! Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode! Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0 hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to. Resources to learn more: Upright Canine Brigade http://caninemegaesophagusinfo.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/uprightcaninebrigade Owner support group: https://groups.io/g/megaesophagus/ Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on! Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/ Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove Thanks for listening! – Yvonne and Jordan
Transcribe →196: Update and Call for Speakers
Apr 30, 202400:16:14Tap to summarizeTitle of episode: 196 Updates and Call for Speakers Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: Updates and Call for Speakers Don't forget to check out LoveHuvet.com and use our discount code IMFVT10 to receive 10% off your order! Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode! Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0 hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to. To sign up for the IMFVT Fall Conference of 2023, use this link: https://imfpp.org/conference23 Sunday November 12th 7am/10am-4:30pm/7:30pm PST/EST $49 for members $159 for non members Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on! Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/ Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove Thanks for listening! – Yvonne and Jordan
Transcribe →195 Getting Nerdy about Scientific Literature with Christine Weaver, LVT, VTS (IM-Neurology)
Apr 2, 202401:12:54Tap to summarize195 Getting Nerdy about Scientific Literature with Christine Weaver, LVT, VTS (IM-Neurology) Welcome back! Thanks for listening and making a commitment to learning. Hope you're well. We are your hosts; Yvonne Brandenburg Our Guest this Week: Christine Weaver, BS, LVT, VTS (IM-Neurology) Christine has been a member of the veterinary medical community for 20 years. Starting in primary care medicine in 2002, she swiftly moved to specialty medicine in the realm of veterinary neurology in 2008, and in 2012 gained her VTS in Neurology where she worked clinically and in training and education. In 2022, Christine completed her Bachelor's in Biobehavioral Health. She currently works as the Learning & Development Trailblazer for Partner Veterinary Emergency & Specialty. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-weaver-82b035169/ Housekeeping: Last week's question of the week: shout outs Reviews: shout out Any questions to be answered? Next Month's CE: Pain: Recognize and Advocate for Veterinary Patients Saturday, Apr 13, 2024 Join the newsletter to get the invite. internalmedicineforvettechs.com Next Month's CE: A Tech's Guide to Managing the Diabetic Ketoacidosis Patient Saturday, May 11, 2024 Join the newsletter to get the invite. internalmedicineforvettechs.com This week we'll be discussing: Resources to learn more, labs, etc. Find the proceedings and some other resources Christine mentioned at: "Getting Nerdy with Christine Weaver, LVT, VTS (IM-Neurology)" https://www.internalmedicineforvettechs.com/sci-lit.html Show Notes: #imfvtpodcast #vettechlife #vtslife #vettechpodcast #smallanimalinternalmedicine APA Reference for podcast episode: (update) Brandenburg, Y.; Porter, J. (Host). (2022, January 25). Diarrhea: Large Bowel or Small Bowel? The Scoop on the #2. (No. 4) [Audio podcast episode]. In Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Podcast. Internal Medicine For Vet Techs. https://www.internalmedicineforvettechs.com/podcastshownotes/004-diarrhea-large-bowel-or-small-bowel-the-scoop-on-the-2
Transcribe →194 Getting Nerdy about Science with Christine Weaver, LVT, VTS (IM-Neurology)
Mar 26, 202401:11:00Tap to summarize194 Getting Nerdy about Science with Christine Weaver, LVT, VTS (IM-Neurology) Welcome back! Thanks for listening and making a commitment to learning. Hope you're well. We are your hosts; Yvonne Brandenburg Our Guest this Week: Christine Weaver, BS, LVT, VTS (IM-Neurology) Christine has been a member of the veterinary medical community for 20 years. Starting in primary care medicine in 2002, she swiftly moved to specialty medicine in the realm of veterinary neurology in 2008, and in 2012 gained her VTS in Neurology where she worked clinically and in training and education. In 2022, Christine completed her Bachelor's in Biobehavioral Health. She currently works as the Learning & Development Trailblazer for Partner Veterinary Emergency & Specialty. LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-weaver-82b035169/ Housekeeping: Last week's question of the week: shout outs Reviews: shout out Any questions to be answered? Next Month's CE: Pain: Recognize and Advocate for Veterinary Patients Saturday, Apr 13, 2024 Join the newsletter to get the invite. internalmedicineforvettechs.com Next Month's CE: A Tech's Guide to Managing the Diabetic Ketoacidosis Patient Saturday, May 11, 2024 Join the newsletter to get the invite. internalmedicineforvettechs.com This week we'll be discussing: Resources to learn more, labs, etc. Find the proceedings and some other resources Christine mentioned at: "Getting Nerdy with Christine Weaver, LVT, VTS (IM-Neurology)" https://www.internalmedicineforvettechs.com/sci-lit.html Show Notes: #imfvtpodcast #vettechlife #vtslife #vettechpodcast #smallanimalinternalmedicine APA Reference for podcast episode: (update) Brandenburg, Y.; Porter, J. (Host). (2022, January 25). Diarrhea: Large Bowel or Small Bowel? The Scoop on the #2. (No. 4) [Audio podcast episode]. In Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Podcast. Internal Medicine For Vet Techs. https://www.internalmedicineforvettechs.com/podcastshownotes/004-diarrhea-large-bowel-or-small-bowel-the-scoop-on-the-2
Transcribe →193 Radioactive Treament; 131 in Cats
Mar 12, 202400:45:09Tap to summarizeTitle of episode: Radioactive Treament; 131 in Cats Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk: WITH…. Kelly Beaudoin, LVT! She's a credentialed veterinary technician with love for assisting with treating feline hyperthyroidism by utilizing 131 radioactive iodine treatments! Come join us as she educates us on how this treatment works to help kitties with hyperthyroidism and why we would consider it! Resources We Mentioned in the Show Animal Endocrine Clinic. (2011, April 5). Performing a Thyroid Scan on a Hyperthyroid Cat [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fPjSedtTv64 Barnette, C. (n.d.). Feline Hyperthyroidism: A Vet Tech's Summary of Treatment Options. https://blog.vettechprep.com/feline-hyperthyroidism-a-vet-techs-summary-of-treatment-options Brandenburg, Y., RVT, CVT, VTS (Internal Medicine-Small Animal), & Porter, J., RVT, VTS (Internal Medicine-Small Animal). (2020, November 3). Feline Hyperthyroidism: Strung Out Cats (episode 056). Retrieved February 8, 2023, from http://podcast.internalmedicineforvettechs.com/size/5/?search=hyperthyroid Bruyette, D. D. (2020, April 28). Feline hyperthyroidism: Management and options for treatment. DVM 360. https://www.dvm360.com/view/feline-hyperthyroidism-management-and-options-treatment Diagnostic Imaging for the Veterinary Technician. (n.d.). G-M Pancake Detectors: Everything You've Wanted to Know (But Were Afraid to Ask) - PDF Free Download. (n.d.). https://docplayer.net/29966064-G-m-pancake-detectors-everything-you-ve-wanted-to-know-but-were-afraid-to-ask.html Hyperthyroidism in Cats. (2018, July 23). Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/hyperthyroidism-cats Ludlum Measurements Inc. (2020). LUDLUM MODEL 2200 SCALER RATEMETER. User Manual, 1–4. https://ludlums.com/images/product_manuals/M2200.pdf Ludlum Measurements Inc. (2014). LUDLUM MODEL 5 GEIGER COUNTER. User Manual, 1–6. https://ludlums.com/images/product_manuals/M5.pdf Merrill, L. (2012). Small Animal Internal Medicine for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses (1st ed.). Wiley. Radionuclide Safety Data Sheet. (n.d.). UNMC Radiation Safety Manual. Retrieved February 8, 2023, from https://www.unmc.edu/ehs/radiation-safety/appendix7_i-131.pdf Thyroid Scintigraphy (Thyroid Scan) | Animal Endocrine Clinic. (n.d.). https://animalendocrine.com/nuclear-imaging/thyroid-scintigraphy/ Don't forget to check out LoveHuvet.com and use our discount code IMFVT10 to receive 10% off your order! Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode! Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0 hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to. To sign up for the IMFVT Fall Conference of 2023, use this link: https://imfpp.org/conference23 Sunday November 12th 7am/10am-4:30pm/7:30pm PST/EST $49 for members $159 for non members Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on! Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/ Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove Thanks for listening! – Yvonne and Jordan
Transcribe →192 Calicivirus in Cats
Mar 5, 202400:50:24Tap to summarizeTitle of episode: Calicivirus in Cats Category: Immune System, Respiratory Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: Calicivirus in Cats. We'll talk about the basics of the disease and also touch on Feline Calicivirus-associated virulent systemic disease - which was Yvonne's first exposure to Calici! Resources We Mentioned in the Show Feline Calicivirus from the Baker Institute for Animal Health, part of Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine. https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/baker-institute/our-research/feline-calicivirus Feline Respiratory Disease Complex from Merck Veterinary Manual https://www.merckvetmanual.com/respiratory-system/respiratory-diseases-of-small-animals/feline-respiratory-disease-complex Disease Information Fact Sheet Feline Calicivirus from the Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery https://catvets.com/public/PDFs/PracticeGuidelines/Guidelines/Vaccination/FelineCalicivirus_FactSheet.pdf Don't forget to check out LoveHuvet.com and use our discount code IMFVT10 to receive 10% off your order! Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode! Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0 hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to. Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on! Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/ Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove Thanks for listening! – Yvonne and Jordan
Transcribe →191 Leishmania in Dogs and Cats
Feb 27, 202400:50:27Tap to summarizeTitle of episode: Leishmania in Dogs and Cats Category: Immune System, Parasitology, Zoonotic Disease Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: Leishmaniosis in Dogs and Cats! It's a crazy parasite that is zoonotic and not something to mess around with. Resources We Mentioned in the Show Parasites - Leishmaniasis from the CDC https://www.cdc.gov/parasites/leishmaniasis/index.html Leishmaniasis from the World Health Organization https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/leishmaniasis Leishmaniosis in Dogs from Merck Manual https://www.merckvetmanual.com/generalized-conditions/leishmaniosis/leishmaniosis-in-dogs Leishmaniosis (Visceral Leishmaniasis) in Dogs from Merck Manual https://www.merckvetmanual.com/dog-owners/disorders-affecting-multiple-body-systems-of-dogs/leishmaniosis-visceral-leishmaniasis-in-dogs Canine Leishmaniasis: Update on Epidemiology, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9416075/ Don't forget to check out LoveHuvet.com and use our discount code IMFVT10 to receive 10% off your order! Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode! Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0 hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to. Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on! Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/ Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove Thanks for listening! – Yvonne and Jordan
Transcribe →190 Tick Paralysis in Pets
Feb 20, 202400:45:38Tap to summarizeTitle of episode: Tick Paralysis in Pets Category: Parasites Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: Creepy crawlies… and their toxic saliva??? We dive into an interesting disorder this week! Are we talking about parasites or are we talking about toxicology?! Join us as we learn what to do for tick paralysis in pets! Resources We Mentioned in the Show Merck Veterinary Manual: Tick Paralysis in Animals: https://www.merckvetmanual.com/nervous-system/tick-paralysis/tick-paralysis-in-animals Merck Veterinary Manual: Tick Paralysis in Dogs: https://www.msdvetmanual.com/dog-owners/brain,-spinal-cord,-and-nerve-disorders-of-dogs/tick-paralysis-in-dogs SASH Vets: Tick Paralysis: https://sashvets.com/pet-advice/tick-paralysis/ Don't forget to check out LoveHuvet.com and use our discount code IMFVT10 to receive 10% off your order! Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode! Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0 hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to. Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on! Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/ Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove Thanks for listening! – Yvonne and Jordan
Transcribe →189 Distemper in the Canine Patient
Feb 13, 202400:33:12Tap to summarizeTitle of episode: Distemper in the Canine Patient Join Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: The dreaded canine distemper. This disorder can lead to the impairment of several body functions! But of course we can try to prevent this disease! Resources We Mentioned in the Show Merck Veterinary Manual: Canine Distemper: https://www.merckvetmanual.com/generalized-conditions/canine-distemper/canine-distemper OSU Veterinary School: Canine Distemper: https://vet.osu.edu/sites/vet.osu.edu/files/documents/preventive-medicine/Canine%20Distemper%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf Cornell: Canine Distemper: https://www.vet.cornell.edu/departments/riney-canine-health-center/canine-health-information/canine-distemper-virus Don't forget to check out LoveHuvet.com and use our discount code IMFVT10 to receive 10% off your order! Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode! Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0 hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to. Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on! Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/ Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove Thanks for listening! – Yvonne and Jordan
Transcribe →188 Babesiosis in Dogs and Cats
Feb 6, 202400:33:46Tap to summarizeJoin Yvonne Brandenburg, RVT, VTS SAIM and Jordan Porter RVT, VTS SAIM as we talk about: A blood parasite! Gross, right? But let's talk about it. This parasite can affect a variety of species and lead to a wide range of clinical signs! Resources We Mentioned in the Show VCA: Babesiosis in Dogs: https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/babesiosis-in-dogs Merck Veterinary Manual: Blood Parasites; Babesiosis in Animals https://www.merckvetmanual.com/circulatory-system/blood-parasites/babesiosis-in-animals OSU Veterinary: Canine Babesiosis https://vet.osu.edu/sites/vet.osu.edu/files/documents/preventive-medicine/Canine%20Babesiosis%20Fact%20Sheet.pdf Don't forget to check out LoveHuvet.com and use our discount code IMFVT10 to receive 10% off your order! Thanks so much for tuning in. Join us again next week for another episode! Want to earn some RACE approved CE credits for listening to the podcast? You can earn between 0.5-1.0 hour of RACE approved CE credit for each podcast episode you listen to. Join the Internal Medicine For Vet Techs Membership to earn and keep track of your continuing education hours as you get your learn on! Join now! http://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com/ Get Access to the Membership Site for your RACE approved CE certificates Sign up at https://internalmedicineforvettechsmembership.com Get Access to the Technician Treasure Trove Sign up at https://imfpp.org/treasuretrove Thanks for listening! – Yvonne and Jordan
Transcribe →